WPS Split Columns on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 16, 2026

When using Split Columns, common questions usually involve overwritten data, entry-point differences, and membership permissions; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Will Split Columns overwrite existing data?

  1. Check whether there is already data in the columns to the right of the target range.
  2. If there is, insert blank columns first or move the existing data.
  3. Then run Split Columns to avoid overwriting current cell content.

Why can I only see the basic Split Columns option but not the advanced one?

  1. Make sure you are using WPS Spreadsheet on Windows.
  2. Check whether you opened the Split Columns dropdown menu or the Smart Toolbox entry.
  3. If the advanced entry point depends on membership permissions, sign in and confirm your membership status.

What should I do if the split result is not what I expected?

  1. Check whether the original data follows a consistent split rule.
  2. Try again with Delimiter or Fixed Width in the basic Split Columns tool.
  3. If you need more detailed recognition, use Fixed Characters, Specific Content, or Character Type in Advanced Split Columns.

Glossary

TermDefinition
DelimiterA character used as the boundary for splitting text, such as a comma, space, or another symbol.
Fixed WidthA method that splits one column into multiple columns based on character position or length.
Advanced Split ColumnsMore detailed split methods available in membership-related entry points, such as fixed characters, specific content, or character type.